Why climate change is giving dengue mosquitoes the upper hand
Health experts warn that climate change is creating warmer conditions that accelerate the breeding cycles of dengue-carrying mosquitoes. Rising temperatures and shifting weather patterns are extending the transmission season and increasing the risk of outbreaks in regions like Malaysia.
Why it matters
Understanding the link between climate change and vector-borne diseases is critical for public health planning and disease prevention.
Rising temperatures can create more favourable conditions for dengue-carrying mosquitoes to breed, experts caution. (File pic)
The article relies on scientific consensus and expert testimony regarding climate impacts on health.
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